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Ideas to break up the text on a blog

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heathibiza · 07/01/2013 21:19

I'm seriously new to this and looking over some comments on others questions I can see that maybe I need to break up the text on my blog a bit more as my posts are quite long. I'm finding it hard to find relevant photos for each post that are royalty free etc and just wondered if anyone had any layout suggestions or what anyone thought of the need to break up the content. Would also like content feedback if anyone wants to offer it.I don't really want to put too many personal pics up there if possible. Thank you !!
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2under2blog · 08/01/2013 11:08

Hello there! Thanks for posting a link to your blog.

I, like you, don't really go in for using pictures on my blog, especially of my kids (no slur on those who do, personal preference).

Having looked at a couple of posts, it's nothing that can't be fixed within using interesting subheads. Have a look at this post on me blog.

I haven't used any images, nor have I used irritatingly short paragraphs (they can make readers feel like they're in a hail of wordy gunfire), but it's a proven tactic to use subheadings. They draw the reader's eye down the page and highlight that they haven't got far until the next break. We are a lazy generation!

HTH! Grin

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heathibiza · 08/01/2013 13:54

Thank you, good idea !! I will try to do that Smile but it might be easier with factual stuff like yours. Did you have any thoughts on the content ? Love your style btw !

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Summersbee · 08/01/2013 14:12

I use lots of recordings, mainly because it is an effective way of giving children the opportunity to listen to the words. They're all different but 'spaniels at the river' or Maggie and the squirrel' are good online examples.

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2under2blog · 08/01/2013 16:24

Thanks! And thank you for your comment on my blog Smile

There's always room for subheads. As a rough example:

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heathibiza · 09/01/2013 08:54

Thank you ...perfect...lolling at boulder holder !! Have we met ?? Smile Really appreciate the help

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heathibiza · 09/01/2013 08:55

Thanks Summersbee ...will check that out

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heathibiza · 11/01/2013 09:00

Hi 2under2blog
I tried your idea yesterday and it seemed to work! Thank you !!
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robertcalvin123 · 16/01/2013 13:40

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